According to Oberlo, smart homes are projected to reach an astounding 77.05 million in 2025. By 2026, that figure is expected to rise to over 93 million. Why the growing demand? These intelligent homes are intricate ecosystems in which all systems communicate with the home automation platform and each other. The result is breathtaking lighting, stunning audiovisual elements, and a home that responds to your every need.
But what about smart restaurants?
Those, too, are on the rise. Utilizing the Internet of Things has given rise to smart lighting that enhances wellness while creating a beautiful setting. Smart sensors create a greener establishment, reducing energy consumption and improving air quality.
And we’ve only scratched the surface.
Let’s see how today’s smart restaurants enhance the environment for staff and customers.
Enhancing the Guest Experience
A smart home is all about creating the ideal environment in comfort and aesthetics for all of life’s activities In restaurants, this technology can also create the perfect ambiance for various events.
Today’s advanced LED lighting systems offer every color of light in the visible light spectrum. That’s millions of varying hues and intensities. Distributed audio systems deliver stunningly clear music through in-ceiling speakers that retain a restaurant’s design. Operators can program scenes that manage these systems with one touch.
For instance, pressing “Romantic Evening” on a keypad can change the lighting in the dining room to the color of candlelight while streaming soft, classical music. When hosting a party in the private dining room, guests can select the ideal lighting and music catered to their specific needs.
From splashes of arctic blue and indigo creating a mesmerizing environment with jazz as the backdrop to a tropical party-like atmosphere embracing the colors of the Caribbean Sea while immersed in the sounds of reggae, the possibilities are endless.
Lighting to Improve Well-Being
Today’s advanced lighting systems also offer Natural Light, a technology that mirrors the changing color of daylight. Breathtakingly beautiful, it also brings the natural world indoors and enhances well-being.
During the day, your establishment feels filled with the life-affirming brilliance of sunlight without the glare and heat gain. As evening approaches, the lights take on a soft amber glow resembling sunset. Also called human-centric lighting, it supports the body’s circadian rhythm, the internal time clock that evolved under the effects of daylight and darkness.
Because of this, you and your employees experience more restful sleep in the evening and greater energy during the day. Aligning with the natural world brings profound effects to the human body. In addition to the great food, guests will wonder what draws them repeatedly to your restaurant, not knowing the beautiful lighting and crystal-clear music in the background are enhancing their well-being as they dine.
Reducing Energy Usage
Creating a greener restaurant is an important consideration that today’s guests appreciate. Smart sensors can support this intention.
Occupancy sensors adjust the lighting and climate based on the number of people in a room. For instance, when someone enters the restroom, the lights brighten.
Integrating motorized shades with a sheer weave retains the view of the outside world while blocking direct sunlight and enhancing the aesthetics. These shades automatically lower when direct light enters to reduce heat and maintain a pleasant environment while also reducing operating costs. In response, the lights brighten, and the thermostat adjusts.
Enhancing Air Quality
Sensors and ventilation systems work together to enhance air quality. When elevated levels of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are detected, the ventilation system automatically adjusts. VOCs are a byproduct of building materials, cleaning agents, and cooking fuels like charcoal and liquified petroleum gas.
These compounds have been shown to have short and long-term health effects on the human body. Some of the possible symptoms after exposure include headaches, nausea, and loss of coordination.
By improving your restaurant’s air quality, you create a healthier work environment your employees will appreciate and an enhanced dining experience.
The Integration of Smart Technology
With today’s technology, the possibilities of transforming our environment and improving operations are virtually limitless. Our customers, employees, and profit margins will thank us.
